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Australia's Peak Ophthalmology Body

A strong, united voice for ophthalmologists

The ASO exists to be a voice for ophthalmologists practising in Australia. Since 1982, we've grown from humble beginnings to become a leader of medico-political advocacy, working to protect excellence in care and equitable access to ophthalmology services for all Australians.

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What We Stand For

Protecting patients.
Empowering specialists.

 

About ASO

We are committed to advocating for eye surgeons and their patients to ensure excellence in ophthalmology care is safeguarded now and into the future.

 

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When you join the ASO, you become part of a growing community united by a common goal to safeguard ophthalmology practice — the battles we fight today protect the future of tomorrow.

 

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From member-only publications featuring the latest industry news to information designed to educate and empower patients, the ASO offers a range of helpful resources.

 

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ASO President Dr Peter Sumich and Board Member Professor Ashish Agar
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Cheap Shots at Specialists' Fees

The ASO is calling out private health insurers and the government over a false narrative on specialists' fees, pointing to record insurer profits, decades of Medicare neglect and a buckling public system as the real drivers of the out-of-pocket crisis.

June 2026

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Doctors Back Specialist Fee Transparency — But Say Insurers Must Face the Same Scrutiny

The ASO has welcomed the Government's move to publish specialist fees, but warns that meaningful reform requires equal transparency from private health insurers.

February 2026

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ASO Backs AMA Call for Stronger Regulation of Private Health Insurer Contracts

The ASO is backing the AMA's push for greater accountability from private health insurers in their contracts with specialist providers.

January 2026

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Our monthly webinar series delivers practical, CPD-accredited education directly to you — wherever you practise. Expert speakers, clinical insights, and business skills for today's ophthalmologist.

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Phone: 07 3831 3006
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Spring Hill, QLD 4004

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